Pistachio nut Health Benefits and Medicinal Uses

Pistachio scientific name is known as Pistacia vera. Pistachio tree can be found in Syria, Iran, Greece, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Turkey, Pakistan and India. Pistachio can be used in cakes, to garnish sweets or cooking food. Pistachio is also edible as snacks.

Medicinal and Health Benefits of Pistachio

– Pistachio increases antioxidants for adults with cholesterol.
– Pistachio has beta-carotene which is in Vitamin A.
– Pistachio also contains Lutein which is important for vision and healthy skin.